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The Bombs That Fall: U.S. Weapons, Palestinian Victims

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 The crisis in Gaza in 2025 has escalated into what many human rights observers describe as a modern-day siege—one that recalls the iron grip of a pharaoh over a population with no escape. Bombs rain from above, humanitarian aid is blocked, and women and children are dying in staggering numbers. The world watches, but justice feels as distant as ever.                                                               Image generated using AI The Bombs That Fall: U.S. Weapons, Palestinian Victims According to verified reports, many of the airstrikes devastating Gaza are carried out using U.S.-supplied weapons. An April 2025 investigation by major news outlets revealed that MK-84 bombs and JDAM kits , manufactured in the United States and supplied to Israel, were used in some of the deadliest ai...

The U.S. Role in the Gaza Conflict: A Failure of Intelligence and Policy

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 The ongoing conflict in Gaza has drawn global attention, with the United States' involvement playing a significant role. As Israel's principal ally, the U.S. provides substantial military aid, diplomatic backing, and intelligence support. However, recent events have highlighted critical intelligence shortcomings and policy challenges that have exacerbated the situation. Unwavering U.S. Support for Israel For decades, the United States has been Israel’s largest supporter, providing approximately $3.8 billion annually in military aid under the Foreign Military Financing (FMF) program. This assistance ensures Israel's military superiority in the region. Notably, Council on Foreign Relations reports that in October 2023, the Biden administration indicated Israel had nearly six hundred active FMF cases, totaling around $24 billion. Diplomatically, the U.S. has consistently used its veto power in the United Nations to block resolutions critical of Israel's actions in Gaz...